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FINE Guide to Grants now online VONNE News From today our popular publication the FINE Guide to Grants for North East Voluntary Organisations is now available on our website. The new online directory is fully revised and updated with information on around 100 charitable trust and foundations with a significant grant-making presence in North East England. You can filter your searches of the directory by the following categories: 16 Mar 2017
VONNE launches new Membership+ scheme VONNE News VONNE has launched a new membership benefits scheme 'Membership+'. Our membership packages offer a wide range of practical and strategic benefits, supporting you to make the greatest impact. 16 Mar 2017
Newcastle University Politics Work Placement Module – Looking for Host Organisations General News In 2016 the Politics Department at Newcastle University developed a work placement module in response to student demand for work experience opportunities. It proved very successful with positive feedback from both host organisations and students. Interest has grown and planning is now underway for the 2017/18 academic year.  We are currently looking for organisations who may wish to take part. 20 Jul 2017
Developing Patient/Citizen Leaders Programme Health and Wellbeing The North East Leadership Academy (NELA) have commissioned a three day programme for 45 patient/citizen leaders commencing October 2017.  There will be three cohorts of 15 people which will be held in various locations across the North East.    19 Jul 2017
Community Energy England: State of the Sector Report published Community Energy The first Community Energy: State of the Sector report was launched last month. The report explores all aspects of the sector, including how much community energy organisations contribute to England and Wales' energy supply, trends, barriers and much more.  18 Jul 2017
Community Business Trade Up Programme Funding and support Are you running a community business – an organisation that directly benefits your local area? Do you want to increase your impact and sales? If so, you could be supported through the Community Business Trade Up Programme, run by School for Social Entrepreneurs, in partnership with Power to Change. Applications are open now! 18 Jul 2017
​Core funding and free training for health charities - 2018 GSK IMPACT Awards Health and Wellbeing GSK’s IMPACT Awards reward charities that are doing excellent work to improve people’s health. Organisations must be at least three years old, working in a health-related field in the UK, with income between £80,000 and £2.5 million. Up to 20 awards will be made ranging from £3,000 to £40,000 plus free training valued at up to £6,000. Organisations will also have a film made, receive help with press and publicity and be given a set of promotional materials. 14 Jul 2017
Coalfields Community Investment Programme - Funding Support and Practical Help Funding and support The Coalfields Regeneration Trust has reopened the enquiry survey for the Coalfields Community Investment Programme providing funding up to £10,000. Also offering practical help to organisations/groups operating in the former coalfield areas in England. 14 Jul 2017
North East Charity Awards Launched General News The Awards, which recognise the best charities in the North East, are running for a third year. This year’s event takes place at the Boiler Shop in Newcastle ’s Stephenson Quarter on September 28. Charities, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and businesses can enter any of the categories. The closing date is August 11. 14 Jul 2017
Search for innovative Tees Valley businesses General News VentureFest Tees Valley are looking for 15 businesses who dare to do things differently to take part in the Innovation Showcase exhibition. This is a key element of the programme dedicated to shining the spotlight on the innovative products, services and business models of local companies and entrepreneurs. It is open to social enterprises (as well as others), operating in all sectors. Foe details and how to apply please visit the VentureFest website. 12 Jul 2017

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